Jalen Brunson Has One Key Problem In New 'SNL' Promo
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β’Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:26:42 +0000
π° What Happened
NBA star Jalen Brunson is hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time. The New York Knicks captain leads the show's season 52 premiere on September 26.
In a new promo, Brunson tries to open the door to Studio 8H using his key to New York City. It does not work, so he tries a sledgehammer and then a chainsaw.
Featured player Ben Marshall steps in to offer a pro tip. Brunson is the guest host; he is not the musical act.
π The Backstory
Brunson won his first NBA championship and was named Finals MVP. That success opened doors for him, including the SNL hosting gig.
The musical guests are Katseye, making their SNL debut. The band just released a new EP called Wild and is on its Wildworld tour.
Brunson joins other NBA greats who have hosted the long-running late-night show, including Charles Barkley, Michael Jordan and LeBron James.
π― Why It Matters
SNL's premiere draws a huge audience and often sets the tone for the season. A sports star hosting shows how athletes now cross over into mainstream entertainment.
NBA star Jalen Brunson is hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time. The New York Knicks captain leads the show's season 52 premiere on September 26.
In a new promo, Brunson tries to open the door to Studio 8H using his key to New York City. It does not work, so he tries a sledgehammer and then a chainsaw.
Featured player Ben Marshall steps in to offer a pro tip. Brunson is the guest host; he is not the musical act.
Brunson won his first NBA championship and was named Finals MVP. That success opened doors for him, including the SNL hosting gig.
The musical guests are Katseye, making their SNL debut. The band just released a new EP called Wild and is on its Wildworld tour.
Brunson joins other NBA greats who have hosted the long-running late-night show, including Charles Barkley, Michael Jordan and LeBron James.
SNL's premiere draws a huge audience and often sets the tone for the season. A sports star hosting shows how athletes now cross over into mainstream entertainment.